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Albania 2011 Census - Labour Market Dynamics 2001-2011

Albania 2011 Census - Labour Market Dynamics 2001-2011

This report is mainly based on data derived from Population and Housing Censuses for 2001 and 2011, as well as data from yearly Labour Force Survey from 2007 to 2011. In order to get a complete overview of the labour market situation in Albania, both data sources are used in this report, specific issues not covered by censuses being analysed in depth on the basis of the Labour Force Survey data. The main objectives of this research are as follows: (i) To describe the situation of the labour force in Albania, with particular attention to employment and unemployment characteristics; (ii) To identify trends and changes affecting the main labour market indicators between 2001 and 2011; (iii) To examine possible demographic factors affecting participation in the labour force, (iv) To draw conclusions aiming to help in the design of possible future employment policies.